Members of the Senate Finance and Budget Committee held a roundtable discussion on "Launching a New Investment Cycle. Improving the Investment Climate." Participants discussed the instructions given by Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev at a recent extended government meeting. These instructions aim to implement systemic measures to reset investment policy, strengthen coordination among government agencies in the investment sphere, and develop new approaches to attracting capital to priority sectors of the economy.
Sultanbek Makezhanov, Chairman of the Senate Finance and Budget Committee, noted that the launch of a new investment cycle must be accompanied by a qualitative update of support instruments and increased accountability of government agencies for the final results.
"Today, it is important not only to ensure growth in investment volumes but also to change their structure—to emphasize projects with high added value, a technological component, and tangible returns for the regions. Investment policy must be pragmatic, transparent, and focused on long-term economic impact," Sultanbek Makezhanov emphasized.
A representative of the Ministry of National Economy informed roundtable participants about the adoption of the Investment Policy Concept until 2030 and its Action Plan, which outlines 83 measures to improve the investment attraction system. It was noted that the external investment attraction system will be strengthened, with the establishment of a single-window center, "Kazakhstan Investment House," and an Investment Service at the Baiterek Holding Company for the preparation of major projects.
In turn, a representative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported on the ongoing work to form a pool of investment projects in priority sectors, including manufacturing, high-tech industries, and infrastructure. The diversification of investor geography and systematic project support, including the elimination of administrative barriers, were emphasized.
(Press Office of the Senate, 74-72-27)
